1980 Toyota Carina vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Combo (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Carina. (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Opel Combo (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Carina | 2012 Opel Combo | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Carina | Combo |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |